Review of Children of the Corn (1984) by Leslie B — 11 Jan 2016

This movie isn't bad. I have it on my cult classic list.

This review of Children of the Corn (1984) was written by Leslie B on 11 Jan 2016.

Children of the Corn has generally received mixed reviews.

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